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Nov 30, 2007, 08:32 pm
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| Libertarian  Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 1,609 | OK. My 2000 F350 Lariat Powerstroke Crew Cab 4x4 is in need of some add'l mods. I took a new (continuation) job at a reasonable raise, and my wife pays all the bills. I need something to make up for the frustration of working for less money than my wife, the government taking half or more of that, and all of the stress involved. Currently, I have a K&N filter, fairly basic stuff there. A 4" turbo back exhaust. Superchips programmer, currently set at the top level since I'm not towing anything, today. And, a levelling kit to bring the front end up 2" to match the bed. I have a pyrometer and tranny temp gauge that hasn't been installed, but really should be the way I'm driving this thing. I don't want to spend a lot of money, but would like to add something cool. Cosmetic or performance is a choice. I'm open to suggestions. Keith (ps all of the above was installed by me, with the help of my son. Whatever I buy, I will want to put in myself) The great thread killer. |
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Nov 30, 2007, 08:35 pm
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| Principled Observer  Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | Do you do much towing Keith? If so, what kind of weight? Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready |
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Nov 30, 2007, 09:11 pm
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| Libertarian Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 1,609 | Quote:
Anything I would install would have to be able to acommodate significant towing, however. I may, at some point, tow 10,000lbs or more over mountain passes in Colorado. Hence the Superchips programmer. I can always "tone it down" to accomodate towing, when necessary. Keith The great thread killer. | |
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Dec 1, 2007, 01:19 am
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| Principled Observer Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | It sounds like you have a nice set-up already. Have you seen these sites? Ford Powerstroke Forum PowerstrokeDatabase.com :: Your Source For Powerstroke Diesel Technical Information Colorado Power Stroke Club Bully Dog Parts For The Ford Powerstroke With the set-up you have now, I would focus on getting air in and out faster in greater volume, and consider a fuel pressure gauge so you can check fuel fluctuation and volume. You could probably see some benefit from larger upper and lower turbo pipes. Do you have an adjustable blow-off valve? I will do a little looking around, but I think Bully-Dog pretty much has the market on Turbo-Diesel Truck performance. There is also the route of propane/nitrous/methanol injection: Bully Dog - http://www.usdieselparts.com Couple of cool vids you might like: YouTube - A Ford F350 Diesel at the Drag Strip YouTube - Sapps BDP 7.3 Powerstroke 12.58 @114 YouTube - Supra Turbo vs Powerstroke Diesel Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready |
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Dec 1, 2007, 04:19 am
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| pregnant with truth  Posts: 2,419 | the Loggerhead ImmIX. I'm going to own one of these and carry it in my pocket like old men carry pocket knives. DIY cool tools has a video on thier website. I'm going the to go out on a limb (about an inch) and say this is going to be big. Bishop what do I do know? |
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Dec 1, 2007, 06:45 am
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 Slightly Dangerous  Location: Greencastle, PA Posts: 1,334 | Quote:
I like the 500hp busa, my bike ('07 Suzuki Vstrom) clocks in at a whopping 68hp  If you like bikes, you might appreciate this one built from scratch: http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/s...d.php?t=135255 I don't believe in polls, and 62% of Americans agree with me ~Steven Colbert | |
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Dec 1, 2007, 10:10 am
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| Principled Observer Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | Quote:
How familliar are you with twin-turbo Vipers?  How familliar are you with turbos, period? I would be the first to admit I am doubting the 499hp statement, but until it can be proven/beaten its pretty much bragging rights. Can you beat 'em? Hate to tell you, but figure out the math. 1700 HP and 2000Ft Lbs of torque in a vehicle weighing approx 3400#without driver? 2Lbs per HP. Vs 200 or 300+Hp and ? Torque in a vehicle weighing 948#s without rider? 3.3 lbs per hp. Either way, that's friggin fast and mighty quick. I have seen 500+HP 2.0 liter engines. I have no doubt that the 1300 or 1400 cc Busa engine could be pushed in that range of 400-500 Horsepower with a turbo, nitrous and various ignition and other mods. By the way, nice bike in your link that you posted! Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready | |
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Dec 7, 2007, 12:28 pm
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| Principled Observer Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | Bugatti Veyron: Worlds Fastest Production Car- 253 MPH Bugatti Veyron - World's Fastest Production Car Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready |
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Dec 7, 2007, 07:24 pm
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| Juris Doctor  Location: NY Posts: 2,412 | Quote:
"But it wasn't until he met his beautiful wife that he learned using logic and reason isn't enough. You have to be a dick to everyone who doesn't think like you." - South Park on Richard Dawkins | |
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Dec 7, 2007, 07:56 pm
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| pregnant with truth Posts: 2,419 | Quote:
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Dec 7, 2007, 11:37 pm
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| Juris Doctor Location: NY Posts: 2,412 | Quote:
Think the late John Lingenfelter's people could squeeze another 1.5 seconds out of the Vette for say, $1 million? The Bugatti is simply ridiculously overpriced for what it is. "But it wasn't until he met his beautiful wife that he learned using logic and reason isn't enough. You have to be a dick to everyone who doesn't think like you." - South Park on Richard Dawkins | |
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Dec 8, 2007, 11:43 am
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| Principled Observer Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | Tivo, I am split on that one. I agree its way overpriced. I also think the Vette could be made to post the numbers with the simple addition of twin-turbos, large intercoolers and a little effort. The Z-06 already posts a 198 mph top speed, with 505 hp. Add two turbos, two efficient intercoolers, boost, fuel and spark control, re-route a little of the air at the front of the car (through your intercoolers), double the size of the radiator, or add a spare in what used to be the hatchback, seal it, vent it, and you will have 1200 Horsepower (more than enough for 250mph), about 950lb-ft of torque, and a hell of a rocketship. It would be cheaper, but that Bugatti is pretty smooth at that speed, and I don't think the Vette would be quite that smooth, or stable. I would like to see what transmission they are using on the Bugatti. Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready |
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Dec 8, 2007, 01:37 pm
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| Juris Doctor Location: NY Posts: 2,412 | See, to me, top speed is nothing. Given enough power and some downforce to keep it on the road, you can make anything go fast. The challenge doesn't really start until about 300mph. Hell, The Phoenix has gone over 272mph on a diesel! "But it wasn't until he met his beautiful wife that he learned using logic and reason isn't enough. You have to be a dick to everyone who doesn't think like you." - South Park on Richard Dawkins |
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Dec 8, 2007, 11:18 pm
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| Verbal dreadnaught  Location: N.Y Posts: 91 | Is there a standard tranny that will bolt up to a Ford 460 cubic inch? Im not sure myself but assume it would be something out of some pickup, light to med. duty and geard low, unfortunately. "Darkness!...gather to me! Yield unto me the unbridled fury of chaos!...... Gift unto me the indomitable power of rage!"......... ..................... and cookies and milk if ya got em':) |
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Dec 9, 2007, 02:42 pm
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| Principled Observer Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 13,877 | Standard transmissions for the Ford 460: Here is some info, much out there if you use da Google. Manual transmission parts gears FordMuscle Webmagazine: Six Education: Mustang C6 to T56 Transmission Swap T5 Transmission Rebuild - G-Force T5 - Modern Driveline - FordMuscle.com Petition of Redress of Grievances: http://www.givemeliberty.org/default.htm Canadian Lawsuit Against Their National Banks: http://www.freewebs.com/classaction/ Osborn F. Enready |
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Dec 9, 2007, 03:24 pm
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| Libertarian Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 1,609 | Quote:
The 460, and the EFI 7.5l, should have retained the same block throughout their lives. I would expect that any transmission, that would physically fit into your chassis, from throughout the engine's life. According to Wikipedia, that block was available from 1968-1997. I would expect you could also use a tranny from a 370 or 429, as they were the same block. Flipping through some links I came across this web site which is dedicated to that series of engines. I bet you could find some good info there. As to what tranny, and where to look to find it, I would expect the real question is what vehicle the engine is in and what you hope to accomplish. A muscle car would probably go with a tranny from a late 60's/early 70's Mustang with a 429. You could look in Lincolns for a nice three speed automatic. If you're looking for overall performance, I would bet that a low geared rear end and a 4speed automatic from the mid 90s would go great, but you might run into some problems with controls if the engine and computers are older. Check out this page. Straight from the factory, 500hp 460 Super Cobra Jet, under $5k brand new. For a real performance tranny, find out what they recommend hooking up to that. Keith The great thread killer. | |
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Dec 10, 2007, 07:57 pm
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| BANNED Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,203 | so i have this mechanic who is a car genius but has such a thick irish accent i cant understand a word. today he calls and mumbles some shit, i ask him to repeat it twice, now i dont know if i need to buy a gasket or he fixed it or im supposed to pick up the car. i asked him how much i owed him, more jibberish. two hundred bucks? 30 bucks? i dont know! |
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